September 10-12 at Milwaukee 's State Fair Grounds is the Growing Power National and International Urban and Small Farm Conference . This is the premier event of it's kind. With over 7 tracks and over 100 presenters of merit. This conference will feature illustrious keynote speakers such as Grace Lee Boggs , Dr. Judith Palfrey , and Winona LaDuke . Will Allen is the founder, a giant of a man - leading the way to a bright future and innovation in urban agriculture.